GTI Predictive Technology News
VibePro 7.3 Released: Adds 3 Major Features
Mar 4, 2016 by: ,
04 March 2016: GTI Predictive Technology, Inc., creators of the iPad Data Collector, unveiled VibePro 7.3 – a major new update to GTI's groundbreaking vibration analysis application for iPad. Developed specifically for the iPad, VibePro provides a simple and easy solution to performing vibration analysis on the iPad. New in version 7.3 are features many of our customers have been asking for.
Time wave form support is now available. Users can record anywhere from 1 to 6 seconds of TWF data. Measurements taken in this format are included in the main VibePro route and sent up to VibePro Online for full analysis and reporting. VibePro Online provides analysis of the TWF as an acceleration FFT, velocity FFT, or displacement FFT, as well as, the original TWF.
Rearranging the machines in the route has also been added. This greatly requested feature required a great deal of engineering time to rewrite both the iPad and web app to recognize this kind of major database change. When in edit mode a simple tap and drag allows the user to easily reorganize the order of the machines.
Another tentpole feature in this release is one specifically for our oldest customers. As some databases grow now over 4 years old; some customers were looking for an easy way to clean out the old data. New in version 7.3 is the ability to mass archive measurement data. The user selects how many measurements per point that is desired to keep and the old data is removed from the database. Several backup options are available in VibePro for customers wishing to retain the historical data for their records.
Other new features include:
- Option to manually enter start/end frequency values in spectrum
- Added overall window calculation to user selected frequency spectrum
- Performance enhancements
VibePro 7.3 is a free upgrade to owners of VibePro. Pricing for new customers and information about VibePro can be obtained by contacting GTI Predictive Technology at info@gtipredictive.com or calling us at (888) 473-9675.
About GTI Predictive Technology
Founded in 1997, GTI Predictive Technology, developers of the Predictive Maintenance Platform for iPad, brings their experience in asset monitoring and repair to the predictive maintenance industry. Our passion for helping others through predictive maintenance allows us to continue to improve our products based on real customer demand.
Should You Trust the PLC?
Feb 23, 2016 by: ,
GTI Predictive Technology on a recent service call investigated a problem with a dual disc centerless grinder. This one year old grinder had been performing poorly, causing downtime and poor parts quality. Using GTI’s VibePro iPad vibration tools, our service technician discovered that both spindles in the machine were running much faster than rated for the machine; and faster than the speed displayed in the PLC. Both spindles were found to have quite a bit of imbalance.
To fix the imbalance problem the spindles first needed to be running at the appropriate running speed. Our technicians did a quick fix for spindle speed by compensating on the PLC, lowering the displayed speed to have actual speed match specs. Using special weights designed for these spindles GTI Predictive technicians fixed the imbalance problem.
Reprogramming the PLC is still required for a true long term solution. Spindle running speeds should always match the displayed running speed. GTI's temporary fix involved slowing down the displayed number to match the required running speeds to match grinding specs. Running the PLC in this state for a prolonged period of time could cause other issues such as damaging the rotor or stator.
This example demonstrates how important it is to verify the information displayed by the PLC when diagnosing problems. The accuracy of running speeds and other parameters from the PLC can be critical to finding a solution to the problem.
Are you sure that your machines are operating where you think they are? GTI Predictive Technology service specialists can help diagnose and solve your machine problems.
GTI at the Pump and Turbo Show
Sep 15, 2015 by: ,
Last year the response to our iPad Predictive Tools for the iPad were so amazing, that we are back again this year!
We have spent the past year adding to new features to our vibration apps and developing new predictive tools for the iPad.
Please stop by GTI Predictive Technology in Booth #1135 to see what we have been up to! The show floor is open September 15th to the 17th.
You can visit us on the web at www.gtipredictive.com and contact us at info@gtipredictive.com! More information about the show is available here: http://pumpturbo.tamu.edu
September Update from GTI Predictive
Sep 14, 2015 by: ,
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VibePro and BalancePro: Fresh Redesign with New Features
Apr 14, 2015 by: ,
VibePro and BalancePro - Free Updates Coming Soon
New Interface and Features for VibePro
- Redesigned Minimalistic Interface (Both VibePro and BalancePro)
- New Bearing Selection Screen with Intuitive Diagram
- Send Related Reports from Other Apps into VibePro
- Changing Sensors Made Simple
- Hot Swap GTI Sensors with Presets
- Custom Accelerometers Calibrate via 1G Shaker
GTI Predictive Technology is proud to offer both VibePro and BalancePro updates for free to existing customers.
Stay tuned for more exciting announcements including new iPad applications and a brand new web application for VibePro.
How GTI Utilizes Cloud Technologies
Apr 3, 2015 by: ,
The internet and cloud technology is changing the way companies and individuals accomplish a variety of tasks. Last week GTI shared an article by AmericanMachinist.com discussing the impact the cloud has made on manufacturing performance.
In this post GTI will share some of the cloud technologies we use to be a more productive and streamlined company; as well as how some of our products take advantage of the cloud. The cloud has enabled GTI to collaborate across multiple facilities. By sharing files between the facilities GTI is able to take a look at breakdown photos and other current and past spindle repair files.
The sales team always has up to date information because of the shared Dropbox folder. Files are easily accessible from their phones, tablets or computers and can be retrieved on an as needed basis. Order status and the contact management system can be easily accessed through a Cisco system on any computer, tablet or even their iPhone. The cloud system in place at GTI allows for employees to work from anywhere in the world. The same resources and tools available at all times with a simple internet connection.
Last year GTI started to leverage the cloud in our predictive maintenance products by building out a web application platform. The first application extended VibePro to the web. Full databases can be uploaded and viewed from any computer in the world. Reports can also be generated from this web application. The move to the cloud allows one technician to capture the data and another to analyze that data from anywhere in the world.
VibeCapture is GTI’s second application to get a web application. The app now supports a full database structure like VibePro and that database can be uploaded to a counterpart web application. Full reporting and diagnostic tools are available from the web app.
Additional web applications are planned and some exciting new updates are coming to existing apps. These are just some of the ways that GTI has embraced the cloud. We believe every company can benefit and improve its efficiency through harnessing technology in the proper way. Contact GTI today to learn more about our web applications.
February 2015 Update
Feb 20, 2015 by: ,
This month GTI Predictive is introducing two new products; both of which will be on display during MARCON 2015 at booth 15. MARCON is held in Knoxville, TN from February 23rd to 26th.
Our recently introduced ultrasonic sensor for iPad will be at the booth along with our new pocket-sized thermography camera.
The ultrasonic sensor can be used to test bearing lubrication and spot air leaks. The range and pin-point accuracy of this sensor make capturing readings a simple process. The app can record, analyze and use slow down playback for sounds normally impossible to hear. The app can also analyze any imported audio file into a spectrogram context. The sensor is plug and play; connected through a single USB cable into the iPad.
The new thermography camera makes capturing thermal images a simpler process. A tiny camera plugs directly into the Lightning connector of the iPad and either video or still photography can be taken right from the iPad. Images captured in the thermography app can be included in VibePro and reports from other GTI apps.
These as well as our existing products will be on display at MARCON. Additional information is available by emailing info@gtipredictive.com or calling 603.669.5993.
Top 6 Tactics to Prevent Machine Failure - Introduction
Aug 7, 2014 by: ,
GTI Predictive Technology presents the first in our new series, Top 6 Tactics to Prevent Machine Failure.
Introduction
This short tutorial offers 6 basic tactics for use in any maintenance program to further aid in the prevention of machine failure.
According to the US Department of Commerce, there approximately 12.4 million electric motors, 1hp and above, currently operating in industrial facilities in the United States. Close to 25% of these motors will fail this year. These tactics will help any company save money in maintenance by ensuring less machine failures. Operations will make money because there will be less production loss, downtime and scrap. Motors will run more efficiently, saving money on energy consumption and the reduction of the green house gas footprint. As legislation is introduced that taxes pollutants, toxic materials, and harmful emissions, organizations that reduce such issues will also reduce potential punitive costs.
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